North Skookum Lake is located twenty miles north of Newport Washington in Pend Oreille county. The Skookum lakes are divided into two lakes, north and south Skookum. This beautiful fresh water mountain lake is a wonderful place to spend the day or enjoy an extended day at one of the areas two campgrounds.

While at the lake you can enjoy non-motorized boating, great for kayaking and canoeing. The lake features hiking, fishing, camping, and features a boat launch. While in the area keep your eyes out for beavers, osprey, ducks and great blue herons.